Agave Music

Mark VI Update. Balancing the spring tension.
I learned this trick from attending a handmade flute workshop.
I use a spring tension gauge to balance the spring tensions and record the number so I can always set the sax back to the same tensions I had before. This helps give that original Selmer feel after replacing all the springs.

Mark VI Update. Replacing the key silencers.
After the pads are seated, I remove the keys again. While I disassemble the sax again, I check what type and thickness of silencer is best for each application. I use cork, leather, felt, synthetic felt, Gummy Kork, and sometimes auto-gasket material.

Here's some updated pics of the Mark VI restoration in progress.
Showing off a few before and after pics to see the change so far. When dealing with vintage saxophones, it is better to leave some corrosion than risk losing more lacquer or changing the color of the bare brass parts. We plan to do a little more spot cleaning, otherwise it's ready to start being put back together.